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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Shin Be Treated?
My dad hit the shin of his leg really hard and about a week later he started experiencing pain, swelling, and a bulge appeared. He went to the ER and after exrays and an ultrasound, he was told that all is well and that he should give it some time to heal. I am concerned because the lumb is still there and the swelling comes and goes frequently. Please advise
Mon, 22 Oct 2018
Hi,
The swelling seems to be most probably due to hematoma formation. A hematoma is a harmless tumor-like mass formed due to spillage of blood from ruptured blood vessels leading to accumulation of blood into the soft tissues forming a lump.
At times the hematoma gets localized and encapsulated and forms a firm hard lump that can take a long time, say a few months to resolve, but it generally tends to resolve itself.
As in your Dad's case also the lump seems to be due to a firm hematoma and you need not worry as it will resolve gradually.
You should do alternate warm and cool compresses over the lump. Apply Heparin gel as it helps in a faster disintegration of the hematoma. Elevating his feet is a must.
In case if it worsens consult a General Surgeon and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora,
Dentist
The swelling seems to be most probably due to hematoma formation. A hematoma is a harmless tumor-like mass formed due to spillage of blood from ruptured blood vessels leading to accumulation of blood into the soft tissues forming a lump.
At times the hematoma gets localized and encapsulated and forms a firm hard lump that can take a long time, say a few months to resolve, but it generally tends to resolve itself.
As in your Dad's case also the lump seems to be due to a firm hematoma and you need not worry as it will resolve gradually.
You should do alternate warm and cool compresses over the lump. Apply Heparin gel as it helps in a faster disintegration of the hematoma. Elevating his feet is a must.
In case if it worsens consult a General Surgeon and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora,
Dentist
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